
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 474 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour worth booking?
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour is a 10-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $28 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 474 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (474)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $28 per person
07:30: Departure from meeting point for Mutianyu Great Wall 09:00: Arrival at Mutianyu Great Wall & sightseeing 13:00: Departure to Summer Palace 14:30: Arrival at Summer Palace & sightseeing 17:30: Departure to Olympic Park 18:00: Arrvial at Olympic Park and tour ends
What you get
About this experience
07:30: Departure from meeting point for Mutianyu Great Wall 09:00: Arrival at Mutianyu Great Wall & sightseeing 13:00: Departure to Summer Palace 14:30: Arrival at Summer Palace & sightseeing 17:30: Departure to Olympic Park 18:00: Arrvial at Olympic Park and tour ends
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 474 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
474 verified traveler reviews for Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Wall & Forbidden City
We had a fantastic day with our guide, Jily. She was efficient, knowledgeable and fun! It was one of the best tours that we did this trip, and we had an unforgettable day.
via Tripadvisor
Family of 4 Highly Recommends!
We have a 5 and 7 year old in our group, so we wanted a tour that included the cable car option so that our kids would not be overly exhausted. We are glad we booked this excursion. Though it is not advertised/included as part of your excusion, you will have the option of purchasing it through them (which was ablut 100 yuan/pp). This came out to be much cheaper than other tours we looked at. FYI: we debated on bringing a stroller. DON'T! The wall is not stroller friendly. The excursion does not unclude a guided tour during the wall tour. Make sure you brush up on your Great Wall history as you will be walking the wall on your own. Additionally, our excursion included the Summer Palace tour and buffet. This was a lot for our kids, but thank god we had about 1.5 hours to relax in the bus before doing the last leg. Lastly, there will be an option (but not really) of a boat tour during the Palace leg. This was 100 yuan/pp. If you don't do this, you will be left out of the group and will jave to catch up with them towards the end. Overall, we highly recommend it.
via Viator
Great Wall and Summer Palace Tour
We had a great day on this tour! Shannon was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, and enriched our experience.
via Viator
Well organized bus tour...
Well organized bus tour with clear instructions. Be aware of the almost mandatory add-ons of 140yuan per cable car. We did the great wall with the summer palace tour afterwards, which was a bit too much for the whole group after 2 1/2 hours walking/climbing on the wall in 35 degrees. The summer palace is really just an overview of the place and you don’t enter the main temple. Overall good way to visit the wall!
via Viator
Great tour
What an amazing day for a trip to the Summer Palace and the Great Wall! I went with Mubus, and we departed from Dongzhimen Subway Station at 7:30 am sharp. Our guide Helly did a fantastic job — everything ran like clockwork. The weather was perfect, and the Summer Palace looked like a painting. The main hall inside the royal garden was my favorite part, especially the exquisite cloisonné ware. It's amazing how much detail went into each piece. Thank you, Mubus and Helly, for making this day so special. Suggestion: Please write more details about the schedule. Like the fact that the lunch is part of the 4 hours on the wall
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 166
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 90
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 474 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour?
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Around 166 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What happens to Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace One Day Bus Tour?
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Across 474 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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